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Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Rio Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Rio Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $15,685

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $1,139

Lowest Total Invoice: $14,757

Kia Rio SX   
Difference: $1,178

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006200620102010
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionRioRio
TrimESO-Z RallyRalliartLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,599 $16,899 $18,999 $13,795 $14,895
Base Invoice $13,908 $16,100 $18,100 $13,330 $13,990
Security Package 550 550      
ES Convenience Package 800        
Alloy wheels 300        
Value Package       600  
195/55HR15       285  
Floor mats       95 95
Rear spoiler       300  
Security Package 484 484      
ES Convenience Package 704        
Alloy wheels 264        
Value Package       535  
195/55HR15       250  
Floor mats       72 72
Rear spoiler       250  
Options (change) 1,650 550 0 1,280 95
Options (change) 1,452 484 0 1,107 72
Destination 575 575 575 695 695
Total Price $16,824 $18,024 $19,574 $15,770 $15,685
Total Invoice $15,935 $17,159 $18,675 $15,132 $14,757

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Rio

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Rio SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,789
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,730
Model Year20062006200620102010
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionRioRio
TrimESO-Z RallyRalliartLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine120hp I4120hp I4162hp I4110hp I4110hp I4
TransmissionM5M5M5M5M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 4100, 6100, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/60-15195/60-15205/50-16195/55-15205/45-16
Total Price$16,824$18,024$19,574$15,770$15,685
Adjustments for Features0-200-475-1,350-1,650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$16,824$17,824$19,099$14,420$14,035
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,000$2,275$385$0
Total Invoice$15,935$17,159$18,675$15,132$14,757
Adjustments for Features0-190-453-1,295-1,552
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$15,935$16,969$18,222$13,837$13,205
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,034$2,287$632$0

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Features Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20062006200620102010
ModelLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionLancer / EvolutionRioRio
TrimESO-Z RallyRalliartLXSX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0$0$0$0$0
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150$150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0$0
Side curtain airbags   $350$350
Tire-pressure monitor   $75$75
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0$0  
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0  
Bodyside moldings   $75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)    $25
Rear spoiler $200$200$200$200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel   $125$125
Aux input   $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link   $100$100
MP3-compatible player   $50$50
Satellite radio   $200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights  $125 $125
Heated mirrors   $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel    $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0  
Total Value of Features$50$250$525$1,400$1,700
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$200$475$1,350$1,650
Value of Feature Adjustments0-190-453-1,295-1,552

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Specifications Comparison: Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution vs. Kia Rio

Model Year20062010
ModelLancer / EvolutionRio
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase102.4 in98.4 in
Length180.5 in167.3 in
Width66.8 in66.7 in
Height54.9 in57.9 in
Curb Weight2,746 lb.2,366 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.11.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.1 in53.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.2 in50.8 in
Row 1 Legroom43.2 in42.8 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.3 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.2 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.6 in34.3 in
Cargo Volume11.3 ft311.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution ES

Security Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
ES Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50No
Floor mats75Yes
Variable intermittent wipers75Yes
Total Requested82585%
Total Not Requested15015%

Option Package Details
Mitsubishi Lancer / Evolution O-Z Rally

Security Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Front side airbags350Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Kia Rio LX

195/55HR15 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
195/55HR15 tires400No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%
Value Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125No
Cruise control150Yes
Power mirrors125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Unbranded, 6 speakers350No
Power rear side windows200Yes
Total Requested122571%
Total Not Requested50029%

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